Vol.1
Operating Instructions
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Model No.
AG-AC90P
AG-AC90PJ
AG-AC90PX
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Vol.1
Please read first
This document explains basic operations of the unit. For more detailed explanation, please refer
to “Operating Instructions Vol.2” (PDF file) which is recorded in the enclosed CD-ROM.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future
use.
ENGLISH
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FCC NOTICE (USA)
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number:
Trade Name:
AG-AC90PJ
Panasonic
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
1-800-524-1448
Support contact:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and do not make
any unauthorized modifications.
CAUTION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the booklet “Something About Interference”
available from FCC local regional offices helpful.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, follow the attached installation
instructions and the user must use only shielded interface cables with ferrite core when
connecting to host computer or peripheral devices. Also, any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
NOTIFICATION (Canada)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
indicates safety information.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
AG-AC90PJ
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AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110 V and 240 V.
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit
the AC outlet configuration.
≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the
voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.
≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or
AC cord set.
Battery charger
This battery charger operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V.
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the battery charger must be connected to a 120 V AC power supply
only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit
the AC outlet configuration.
≥ When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125 V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the
voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the battery charger.
≥ Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or
AC cord set.
Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any
problem occurs.
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∫ Concerning the battery
Batteries
1
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
2
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
≥ Insert with poles aligned.
≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
≥ Keep out of reach of children.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with
water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes
thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble.
Do not heat the batteries above the following temperatures or incinerate.
Button-type battery
Battery pack
60 oC (140 oF)
60 oC (140 oF)
CAUTION
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type
recommended by the manufacturer.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Warning
Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in
mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.
Button-type battery: CR2025
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∫ Product identification marking
Product
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Battery charger
Location
Bottom
Bottom
Bottom
AC adaptor
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
<For USA-California only>
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material – special
handling may apply.
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
EU
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method
of disposal.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on
the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy
for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
12) Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table
specified by the
manufacturer, or
sold with the
apparatus. When a
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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Brazil Only
Brasil Apenas
<Manuseio de baterias usadas>
Cobrir os terminais positivo (_) e negativo (`) com uma fita isolante adesiva, antes de depositar
numa caixa destinada para o recolhimento. O contato entre partes metálicas pode causar
vazamentos, gerar calor, romper a blindagem e produzir fogo.
Não desmonte, não remova o invólucro, nem amasse a bateria. O gás liberado pela bateria pode
irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor, ruptura da
blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais. Não incinere nem aqueça as
baterias, elas não podem ficar expostas a temperaturas superiores a 100oC (212oF). O gás liberado
pela bateria pode irritar a garganta, danificar o lacre do invólucro ou o vazamento provocar calor,
ruptura da blindagem e produzir fogo devido ao curto circuito dos terminais provocado
internamente.
Evite o contato com o liquido que vazar das baterias. Caso isto ocorra, lave bem a parte afetada
com bastante água. Caso haja irritação, consulte um médico.
Para remover a bateria
Bateria Principal de Energia
Bateria do Controle Remoto
Pressione o botão para liberar a bateria.
1) Empurre a trava na direção exibida pela
seta A para remover o suporte.
2) Remova a bateria tipo botão do suporte
da bateria.
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∫ Cautions for use
∫ About the recording format for
Keep this unit as far away as possible from
electromagnetic equipment (such as
microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the
pictures and/or sound on this unit may be
disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because
doing so may result in noise adversely
affecting the pictures and/or sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures
may be distorted, by strong magnetic fields
created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by
microprocessors may adversely affect this
unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by
recording motion pictures
You can record motion pictures with AVCHD
recording formats using this unit. (l 30)
≥ AVCHD Progressive (1080/60p) supported.
AVCHD Progressive:
It is possible to record video with highest quality
(1080/60p) possible with this unit.
∫ Indemnity about recorded
content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility
for damages directly or indirectly due to any
type of problems that result in loss of recording
or edited content, and does not guarantee any
content if recording or editing does not work
properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a
case where any type of repair is made to the
unit.
electromagnetic equipment and stops
functioning properly, turn this unit off and
remove the battery or disconnect AC adaptor.
Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC
adaptor and turn this unit on.
∫ About Condensation (When
the lens or the LCD monitor is
fogged up)
Condensation occurs when there is a change in
temperature or humidity, such as when the unit
is taken from outside or a cold room to a warm
room. Please be careful, as it may cause the
lens or LCD monitor to become soiled, moldy,
or damaged.
When taking the unit to a place which has a
different temperature, if the unit is accustomed
to the room temperature of the destination for
about one hour, condensation can be
prevented. (When the difference in temperature
is severe, place the unit in a plastic bag or the
like, remove air from the bag, and seal the bag.)
When condensation has occurred, remove the
battery and/or the AC adapter and leave the
unit like that for about one hour. When the unit
becomes accustomed to the surrounding
temperature, fogginess will disappear naturally.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters
or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or
high-voltage lines, the recorded pictures and/
or sound may be adversely affected.
About connecting to a PC
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the
supplied one.
About using a headphone
≥
Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may
damage the user’s ears.
About using external microphones
≥ Keep the microphone holder screw,
microphone holder adaptor and INPUT
terminal cap out of reach of children to
prevent swallowing.
∫ Caution regarding laser beams
About using wireless remote control
≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.
≥ The lens may suffer damage if struck by a
laser beam. Make sure that laser beams do
not strike the lens when shooting in an
environment where laser devices are used.
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∫ For the purposes of these
operating instructions
≥ The battery pack is referred to as the
∫ Cards that you can use with
this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and
SDXC Memory Card
“Battery”.
≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and
SDXC Memory Card are referred to as the
“SD card”.
≥ Function that can be used for Recording
Mode:
Function that can be used for Playback
Mode:
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an
arrow, for example: l 00
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have
the SDHC logo or 48 GB or more Memory
Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are
not based on SD Memory Card
Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 23 for more details on SD
cards.
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Contents
When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-ROM, the Operating
Instructions list will be displayed. Click the document name of the Operating Instructions you
would like to open.
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Information for Your Safety......................2
Optional accessories......................... 13
Selecting a media to record................... 29
Preparation
Manual Recording .................................. 32
White Balance................................... 32
Iris adjustment .................................. 32
USER button ........................................... 33
Setting the USER button................... 33
Using the USER button..................... 34
Functions of the USER button .......... 34
Charging the battery ......................... 19
Inserting/removing the battery........... 20
Charging and recording time............. 21
Connecting to the AC outlet .............. 22
Cards that you can use with
this unit.............................................. 23
Inserting/removing an SD card.......... 23
Turning the unit on/off............................24
Selecting a mode ....................................24
Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder........25
Using the LCD monitor...................... 25
How to use the touch screen ............ 26
Viewfinder adjustment....................... 26
Setting date and time..............................27
Using the menu screen ..........................28
Formatting cards ............................... 29
Language Selection .......................... 29
Playback
Motion picture/Still picture playback.... 35
Watching Video/
Pictures on your TV .......................... 36
Others
Specification ........................................... 37
About copyright...................................... 39
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Accessories
Check the accessories before using this unit.
Keep the accessories out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Shoulder strap
Battery pack
Battery charger
Microphone holder
INPUT terminal cap
(2 caps)
AC adaptor
Microphone holder
adaptor
AC cable
(AG-AC90P/PJ)
A
B
≥ U.S.A
for AC adaptor
for Battery charger
Microphone holder
screws
6 mm (0.24 q) length
(2 screws)
(AG-AC90PX)
2 cables
≥ Taiwan
12 mm (0.47 q) length
(2 screws)
Eye cup
Remote control
(Battery built-in)
CD-ROM
Operating Instructions
USB cable
AV multi cable
Lens cap
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Optional accessories
Some optional accessories may not be available in some countries.
(AG-AC90P/PJ)
XLR microphone (AG-MC200G)
HDMI cable (RP-CHES15)
∫ Attaching the wide conversion
lens/filter kit
Attach the wide conversion lens
(VW-W4907H; optional), ND filter or MC
protector of the Filter kit (VW-LF49N;
optional) in front of the lens.
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card
(Refer to page 23)
(AG-AC90P/PJ)
Battery pack (lithium/CGA-D54)
Wide conversion lens (VW-W4907H)
*
≥ It is not possible to attach it to the front of
the lens hood.
*
Filter kit (VW-LF49N)
Be careful about the following.
(AG-AC90PX)
When 2 lens accessories, such as the ND
filter and wide conversion lens, are fitted
and the zoom lever is pressed toward the
W side, the 4 corners of an image will be
darkened. (Vignetting)
Battery pack (lithium/CGA-D54s)
* Remove the lens cap (supplied).
Product numbers correct as of Oct. 2012.
These may be subject to change.
Attaching the lens cap of the
Filter Kit (VW-LF49N; optional)
≥ When the filter kit (VW-LF49N; optional)
is used, protect the lens surface while
the unit is not used with the lens cap
supplied with the filter kit.
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Preparation
Names and Functions of Main Parts
1 2 3 4 5
6
14
7
15
8
9
10
11
12
13
16
17
18
1
2
3
Shoulder strap fixture (l 17)
Handle
Sub zoom lever (l 31)
15 Camera remote jack [CAM REMOTE]
[CAM REMOTE] (3.5 mm (0.14 q) mini jack)
It is possible to adjust the focus or iris
connecting with the remote control (optional).
≥ It is not possible to use the remote control
It is possible to operate zoom operation or
control (optional).
≥ Do not connect any equipment except the
remote control (optional) to the camera
remote jack. Brightness of the image may
change or it may not focus when an
equipment other than the remote control
(optional) is connected.
≥ This lever functions in the same manner as
the zoom lever.
Sub recording start/stop button
4
≥ This button functions in the same manner as
the recording start/stop button.
Accessory shoe
5
6
7
Microphone holder attachment part
Audio input terminals 1, 2 (XLR 3 pin)
[AUDIO INPUT1, 2]
Zoom lever [T/W] (In Recording Mode)
(l 31)
8
Volume lever [rVOLs]/Thumbnail
display switch [
Mode)
/
] (In Playback
16 Eyepiece corrector lever (l 26)
17 Tripod receptacle
9
Photoshot button [
] (l 30)
10 Status indicator (l 24)
18 Inlet (cooling fan)
11 Power switch (l 24)
12 Recording start/stop button (l 30)
13 Grip belt (l 17)
14 Headphone terminal [
]
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1920
25
26
21
22
23
24
27 28 2930
34
35
41
36
37
42
43
38
44
39 40
31 32 33
37 Optical image stabilizer button [O.I.S.]
38 White balance button [W.B.] (l 32)
39 Zebra button [ZEBRA]
40 Color Bar Screen button [BARS]
41 Menu button [MENU] (l 28)
42 Display/Mode check button [DISP/
MODE CHK]
19 Wireless remote control sensor
20 Internal microphones
21 Recording lamp
22 Speaker
23 Lens (l 18)
24 Lens hood
25 INPUT 1, 2 (LINE/MIC) switches
27 User 1, 2, 3 buttons [USER1, USER2,
USER3] (l 33)
43 Counter button [COUNTER]
44 Counter reset button [RESET]
28 Intelligent auto/Manual switch
[iA/MANU] (l 31)
29 Quick start button [QUICK START]
30 Quick start lamp
31 Focus ring (l 32)
32 Zoom ring (l 31)
33 Iris ring (l 32)
34 Focus assist button [FOCUS ASSIST]
35 Iris auto/Manual button [IRIS A/M]
(l 32)
36 Focus auto/Manual/¶ button
[FOCUS A/M/¶] (l 32)
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45
47
46
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55 56
57
61
62
63
58 59 60
62 AV multi connector [AV MULTI] (l 36)
≥ Use the AV multi cable (only the supplied
cable).
45 LCD monitor extract part [PULL] (l 25)
46 LCD monitor (Touch screen) (l 26)
47 Shoulder strap fixture (l 17)
48 Eye cup attachment part (l 17)
49 Eye cup (l 17)
63 USB terminal [USB 2.0]
50 Viewfinder (l 26)
51 Battery release button [PUSH] (l 20)
52 Battery holder (l 20)
53 DC input terminal [DC IN] (l 22)
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the
supplied one.
54 Mode switch (l 24)
55 CH1, CH2 switches [CH1, CH2]
56 Audio control knobs [CH1, CH2]
57 SD Card slot cover (l 23)
58 Access lamp (card 1) (l 23)
59 Card slot 1 (left)/
Card slot 2 (right) (l 23)
60 Access lamp (card 2) (l 23)
61 HDMI connector [HDMI] (l 36)
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∫ Adjust the length of the grip belt so that it fits your hand.
1, 2 Flip the belt cover and the belt.
3
Adjust the length.
4, 5 Replace the belt.
∫ Attaching the eye cup
Attach by aligning the notch of the eye cup attachment part with the protrusion at the inside of the
eye cup.
A
B
Notch
Protrusion
∫ Attaching the Shoulder strap
We recommend that you attach the shoulder strap (supplied) before going out of doors to record so
as to avoid dropping this unit.
C
20 mm (0.8 q) or longer
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Preparation
Power supply
∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
(AG-AC90P/PJ)
The battery that can be used with this unit is CGA-D54.
(AG-AC90PX)
The battery that can be used with this unit is CGA-D54s.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine
product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs
are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of
appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to
fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure
occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are
used we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
Charging the battery
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge the battery fully before
using this unit for the first time.
Important:
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also,
do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 °F to
86 °F).
(The battery temperature should also be the same.)
Charging lamp [CHARGE] A
Lights up:
Charging (Battery charging time: l 21)
Goes off:
Charging completed
Flashing:
Be sure to connect the unit correctly
Power lamp B
≥ This will light up when the AC cable is
connected.
C
AG-AC90P/PJ: AC cable (K2CA2CA00025; supplied)
AG-AC90PX: AC cable (K2CA2YY00129; supplied)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
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Connect the AC cable to the battery charger and the AC outlet.
(AG-AC90P/PJ only)
≥ Use the AC cable (K2CA2CA00025; supplied) dedicated for the battery charger.
2
Insert the battery into the battery charger by aligning the arrows.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 13, 19).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.
Inserting/removing the battery
Install the battery by inserting it in the direction shown in the figure.
Removing the battery
Make sure that the power switch is set to OFF
and the status indicator is turned off, and then
remove by holding onto it taking care not to
drop. (l 24)
While pressing the battery release button,
remove the battery.
Insert the battery until it clicks and locks.
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Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH
≥ When using the viewfinder (times in parentheses are when using the LCD monitor)
Battery model number
[Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)]
Maximum
continuously
recordable time
Actual
recordable
time
Charging
time
Recording
format
6 h 25 min
(5 h 45 min)
4 h
(3 h 35 min)
PS 1080/60p
PH 1080/60i
PH 1080/30p
PH 1080/24p
HA 1080/60i
HE 1080/60i
SA 480/60i
6 h 45 min
(6 h)
4 h 10 min
(3 h 40 min)
6 h 50 min
(6 h 5 min)
4 h 15 min
(3 h 45 min)
Supplied battery/CGA-D54
and CGA-D54s (optional)
[7.2 V/5400 mAh]
7 h 10 min
(6 h 20 min)
4 h 25 min
(3 h 55 min)
6 h
6 h 45 min
(6 h)
4 h 10 min
(3 h 45 min)
6 h 55 min
(6 h 5 min)
4 h 15 min
(3 h 45 min)
7 h 5 min
(6 h 15 min)
4 h 20 min
(3 h 50 min)
≥ These times are approximations.
≥ The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
Charging time and recordable time vary depending on the usage conditions such as high/
low temperature.
≥ The actual recordable time refers to the recordable time when repeatedly starting/stopping
recording, turning the unit on/off, moving the zoom lever etc.
≥ The batteries heat up after use or charging. This is not a malfunction.
Battery capacity indication
≥ The display changes as the battery capacity reduces.
If the battery discharges, then will flashes red.
#
#
#
#
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The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected. The primary circuit is always
“live” as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥ Use the supplied AC adaptor. Do not use the AC adaptor of another device.
≥ Do not use the AC cable with any other equipment as it is designed only for this unit. Also,
do not use the AC cable from other equipment with this unit.
(AG-AC90P/PJ)
(AG-AC90PX)
A
AC cable (K2CB2CB00022; supplied)
B
AC cable (K2CA2YY00129; supplied)
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1
2
Connect the AC cable to the AC adaptor and the AC outlet.
(AG-AC90P/PJ only)
≥ Use the AC cable (K2CB2CB00022; supplied) dedicated for the AC adaptor.
Connect the AC adaptor to the DC input terminal [DC IN].
∫ Removing the AC adaptor
≥ Make sure to set the power switch to OFF and the status indicator is turned off when
disconnecting the AC adaptor.
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Preparation of SD cards
The unit can record motion pictures or still pictures to an SD card.
This unit (an SDXC compatible device) is compatible with SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory
Cards and SDXC Memory Cards. When using an SDHC Memory Card/SDXC Memory Card with
other equipment, check the equipment is compatible with these Memory Cards.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed Class Rating for motion
picture recording.
≥ Please check the latest information on the support website below.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Inserting/removing an SD card
When using a non Panasonic SD card for the first time, or one which was previously used on
another equipment, it is necessary to format the SD card. (l 29) When the SD card is formatted,
all of the recorded data is deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Caution:
Check that the access lamp has gone off.
Access lamp A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card,
the access lamp lights up.
1
Open the SD card slot cover and
insert (remove) the SD card into
(from) the card slot B.
≥ One SD card can be inserted into each of the
card slot 1 and the card slot 2.
≥ Face the label side C in the direction shown
in the illustration and press it straight in as far
as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull
it straight out.
2
Securely close the SD card slot
cover.
≥ Securely close it until it clicks.
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Turning the unit on/off
Set the power switch to ON while pressing the lock release button B to turn on
the unit.
To turn off the unit
Set the power switch to OFF while
pressing the lock release button.
The status indicator goes off.
A
The status indicator lights on.
≥ To turn on the unit again after the [ECONOMY (BATT)] or [ECONOMY (AC)] is activated, set the
power switch to OFF once, and then to ON again.
Preparation
Selecting a mode
Operate the mode switch to change the mode to
or
.
Recording Mode (l 30)
Playback Mode (l 35)
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Using the LCD monitor/Viewfinder
The viewfinder is turned off and the LCD monitor is turned on when the LCD monitor is extracted.
The viewfinder is turned on when the LCD monitor is retracted.
Using the LCD monitor
1
Extract the LCD monitor in the
direction as indicated in the figure.
≥ Hold the LCD monitor extract part A when
pulling out.
2
Rotate to the position that is easy to
view.
To retract the LCD monitor
Retract as shown in the figure with the LCD facing
downward.
Range of rotation of the LCD monitor
≥ It can rotate up to 270o B towards the lens.
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How to use the touch screen
You can operate by directly touching the LCD monitor (touch screen) with your finger.
∫ Touch
Touch and release the touch screen to select icon or picture.
≥ Touch the center of the icon.
≥ Touching the touch screen will not operate while you are
touching another part of the touch screen.
∫ Slide while touching
Move your finger while pressing on the touch screen.
∫ About the operation icons
/
/
/
:
Touch when changing a page or performing settings.
:
Touch to return to the previous screen.
≥ Do not touch the LCD monitor with hard pointed tips, such as ball point pens.
Viewfinder adjustment
≥ These settings will not affect the images actually recorded.
Adjusting the field of view
It adjusts the field of view to show the image on the viewfinder clearly.
1
Adjust the viewfinder to suit your vision so
that you can see the display images clearly.
≥ Be careful not to trap your fingers when moving the
viewfinder.
≥ The viewfinder can be lifted vertically up to
approximately 90o.
≥ Retract the LCD monitor and turn on the viewfinder.
2
Adjust the focus by rotating the eyepiece
corrector lever.
A
Eyepiece corrector lever
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Setting date and time
When the unit is turned on for the first time, a message asking you to set the date and time will
appear.
Select [YES] and perform steps 2 to 3 below to set the date and time.
1
Select the menu. (l 28)
MENU
: [OTHER FUNCTION] # [CLOCK SET]
Example: AG-AC90PJ
2
Touch the date or time to be set, then set the
desired value using
/
.
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
3
Touch [ENTER].
≥ The screen may switch to the setting screen for the
[TIME ZONE]. Touch the screen and set the [TIME ZONE].
≥ Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
≥ The date and time function is driven by a built-in lithium battery.
≥ If the time display becomes [- -], the built-in lithium battery needs to be charged. To recharge the
built-in lithium battery, connect the AC adaptor or attach a charged battery to this unit. Leave the
unit as it is for approx. 24 hours and the battery will maintain the date and time for approx.
6 months. (The battery is still being recharged even if the unit is off.)
≥ The way that time is displayed can be changed in the menu settings.
[SW & DISP SETUP] # [DATE/TIME] or [DATE FORMAT]
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Using the menu screen
MENU
MENU
1
2
Press the MENU button
.
Touch the top menu A.
3
Touch the submenu B.
≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching
/
.
4
5
Touch the desired item to enter the setting.
Touch [EXIT] to exit the menu setting.
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Formatting cards
If you use the SD cards for the first time for recording with this unit, format the cards.
Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded on the medium will be
erased and cannot be restored. Back up important data on a PC, disc etc.
≥ When using two SD cards, format both SD cards.
Select the menu.
MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [FORMAT CARD] # [SD CARD 1] or [SD CARD 2]
Language Selection
You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
1
Select the menu.
MENU : [OTHER FUNCTION] # [LANGUAGE]
2
Touch the desired setting language.
Recording
Selecting a media to record
[SD CARD 1] and [SD CARD 2] can be selected separately to record motion pictures or still
pictures.
1
Select the menu.
MENU : [SW & DISP SETUP] # [MEDIA SELECT]
2
Touch the media to record motion pictures or
still pictures.
≥ The media is selected separately for motion pictures or
still pictures and is then highlighted in yellow.
3
Touch [ENTER].
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Recording
Recording motion pictures
1
Change the mode to
≥ Extract the LCD monitor.
.
2
Press the recording start/stop
button C to start recording.
≥ Recording will stop when you press the
recording start/stop button again.
A
B
When you begin recording, ; changes to ¥.
Mode switch
Recording
Recording still pictures
1
Change the mode to
≥ Extract the LCD monitor.
.
2
Press the button.
≥ When photos are being recorded, the
remaining recordable number of photos and
the photo operation display
displayed.
are
D
Mode switch
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Using the zoom
It can be zoomed up to 12k.
≥ It can zoom up to 25k when the [i.Zoom] is set to [ON].
≥ Zoom magnification can be checked in the screen display of Z00 to Z99.The value gets larger
when zoomed in, and the value gets smaller when zoomed out.
i.Zoom.
99 is displayed during the
Zoom lever/Sub zoom lever
T side:
T
Close-up recording (zoom in)
W side:
Wide-angle recording (zoom out)
W
Ring Zoom
Zoom by rotating the ring.
T
A side:
W
Wide-angle recording (zoom out)
B side:
Close-up recording (zoom in)
A
B
A
Zoom ring
Recording
Intelligent Auto Mode/Manual Mode
MANU
iA/MANU switch
Slide the switch to change the Intelligent Auto
Mode/Manual Mode.
≥
is displayed in the Manual Mode.
MNL
≥ The modes appropriate for the condition are set just by pointing the unit to what you want to
record in the Intelligent Auto Mode.
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Manual Recording
IRIS A/M
A
B
C
D
E
IRIS A/M button
FOCUS A/M/¶ button
W.B. button
Focus ring
Iris ring
FOCUS A/M/∞
W.B.
Focus
Perform focus adjustments using the focus ring. If auto focusing is difficult due to the conditions,
then use Manual Focus.
≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 31)
1
Press the FOCUS A/M/¶ button to switch to Manual Focus.
≥ It will switch to MF from AF.
2
Adjust the focus by rotating the focus ring.
White Balance
Automatic White Balance function may not reproduce natural colors depending on the scenes or
lighting conditions. If so, you can adjust the White Balance manually.
Switch the modes of White Balance by pressing the W.B. button.
Iris adjustment
Perform Iris/Gain adjustments using the iris ring.
Adjust it when the screen is too bright or too dark.
MNL
≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 31)
1
Press the IRIS A/M button to switch to
Manual Iris Mode.
≥
disappears.
≥ The gain is displayed in dB.
F4.0
2
Adjust the iris by rotating the iris ring.
A
B
C
Gain value
Iris value
Auto iris icon*
* It is displayed in Auto Iris Mode.
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Manual shutter speed
Adjust the shutter speed when recording fast-moving subjects.
≥ Switch to Manual Mode. (l 31)
SHTR
1
2
Touch the LCD monitor to display the operation icons and touch
.
Touch to adjust settings.
/
≥ When [AUTO] is touched, the shutter speed is set automatically.
SHTR
≥ Touch
to complete the adjustment.
Recording
USER button
Each of the USER button can register one function from the 12 available functions.
≥ There are three USER buttons (USER1 to USER3) on the main body and four USER button icons
(USER4 to USER7) displayed on the LCD monitor.
Setting the USER button
1
Select the menu.
MENU
: [SW & DISP SETUP] # [USER BUTTON SETUP]
2
Touch the USER button you wish to set.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
USER1 button
USER2 button
USER3 button
USER4 button
USER5 button
USER6 button
USER7 button
≥ The USER button number and currently set function name are displayed. (For example, a display
of 1. [P.AF] means that Push AF has been assigned to USER1 button.)
3
Touch the item to register.
≥ For the functions of the USER button that can be registered, refer to page 34.
≥ Touch [INH] (Inhibit) if not registering.
≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching
/
.
≥ To continuously set other USER buttons, repeat steps 2-3.
4
Touch [EXIT] to complete the setting.
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To use the set USER button, press USER1 to USER3 button or touch the USER4 to USER7 button
icon displayed when you touch the LCD monitor.
(When you use the USER1 to USER3)
(When you use the USER4 to USER7)
SCN1 SCN2 SCN3 SCN4 SCN5 SCN6
USER4
USER5
USER6
USER7
ATW
ATW.L
HIST
MENU
USER1
USER2
USER3
Functions of the USER button
∫ List of USER button function
Icon
[P.AF]
Item
Function
[PUSH AF]
Push AF
[B.Light]
[S.Light]
[B.FD]
[BACKLIGHT]
[SPOTLIGHT]
[BLACK FADE]
[WHITE FADE]
[ATW]
Backlight Compensation
Spotlight
Black Fade
White Fade
ATW
[W.FD]
[ATW]
[ATW.L]
[D.ZM]
[HIST]
[ATW LOCK]
[D.ZOOM]
ATW Lock
Digital Zoom
Histogram
[HISTOGRAM]
[REC CHECK]
[REC.C]
[LstDel]
[MENU]
Recording Check
Last Scene Delete
Menu
[LAST SCN DEL]
[MENU]
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Playback
Motion picture/Still picture playback
10
11
12
PH
PH
PH
13
14
15
PS
PS
HA
16
17
18
HE
SA
SA
1
2
3
Change the mode to
.
Touch the play mode select icon A.
Select the [MEDIA] and [VIDEO/PICTURE] you wish to play back.
≥ Touch [ENTER].
4
Touch the scene or the still picture to be played back.
≥ The recording format is displayed in the thumbnail display of the
10
PH
11
PH
12
PH
motion pictures. ( PH , PS , etc.)
≥ Next (Previous) page can be displayed by touching
13
PS
14
PS
15
HA
/
.
16
17
18
HE
SA
SA
5
Select the playback operation by touching the
operation icon.
B
Operation icon
TC 00:00:00:00
≥ To play or pause a video, touch 1/;.
≥ If you touch the screen while an operation icon is being
displayed or do not touch the icon for a certain period, it will
disappear. To display again, touch the screen.
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Watching Video/Pictures on your TV
Connect this unit to a TV.
A
B
HDMI connector
AV multi connector
AV MULTI
≥ Please use “High Speed HDMI Cables” that have the HDMI logo
(as shown on the cover). Cables not conforming to the HDMI
standard will not work. Panasonic HDMI cable is recommended.
Part No.: RP-CHES15 (1.5 m) (4.9 feet)
≥ Do not use any other AV multi cables except the supplied one.
≥ Use the AV multi cable (supplied) or HDMI cable (optional) and
check the output settings.
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Specification
Memory Card Camera-Recorder
Information for your safety
Power source:
DC 12 V (When using AC adaptor)
DC 7.2 V (When using battery)
Power consumption:
Recording format:
AVCHD format version 2.0 compliant
(AVCHD Progressive)
12.9 W
Lens:
Auto Iris optical zoom (Full range AF)
F value (focal length)
F1.5 to F2.8 (Focal length; 2.84 mm to
34.1 mm)
35 mm equivalent;
Motion picture/Still picture; 29.8 mm to
383.7 mm (16:9)
Motion picture compression:
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio compression:
®
Dolby Digital (5.1 ch/2 ch)
Recording mode and transfer rate:
[PS 1080/60p]; Approx. 25 Mbps (VBR)
[PH 1080/60i]; Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR)
[PH 1080/30p]; Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR)
[PH 1080/24p]; Approx. 21 Mbps (VBR)
[HA 1080/60i]; Approx. 17 Mbps (VBR)
[HE 1080/60i]; Approx. 6 Mbps (VBR)
[SA 480/60i]; Approx. 9 Mbps (VBR)
Refer to the operating instructions Vol.2 for the
recordable time and picture size.
Minimum focus distance;
Approx. 3.5 cm (1.4q) (Wide)/
Approx. 1.2 m (3.9 feet) (Tele)
Filter diameter:
49 mm
Zoom:
12k optical zoom, 25k i.Zoom,
2k/5k/10k digital zoom
Image stabilizer function:
Optical (Hybrid Optical Image Stabilizer, Active
Mode)
Still picture recording format:
JPEG corresponding (Design rule for Camera
File system, based on Exif 2.2 standard)
Refer to the operating instructions Vol.2 for the
picture size and number of recordable pictures.
Monitor:
3.5z wide LCD monitor (Approx. 1152 K dots)
Viewfinder:
0.24z wide EVF
Recording media:
(Approx. 263 K dots equivalent)
Microphone:
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card
5.1 channel surround microphone (with a zoom
microphone/focus microphone function)/stereo
microphone
SDXC Memory Card
Refer to page 23 for details on SD cards usable
in this unit.
Minimum required illumination:
Approx. 3 lx (1/30 with [AUTO SLOW SHTR] is
set to [ON], Intelligent Auto Mode)
Image sensor:
1/4.7z 3MOS image sensor
Approx. 8040 K (2680 Kk3)
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AC adaptor
Information for your safety
AV multi connector video output level:
Component video output level;
Y; 1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
Power source:
AC 110 V to 240 V,
Pb; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
50/60 Hz
Pr; 0.7 Vp-p, 75 h
Power
consumption:
DC output:
AV video output level;
1.0 Vp-p, 75 h
42 W
DC 12 V, 2.5 A
HDMI connector video output level:
HDMI™ 1080p/1080i/480p
AV multi connector audio output level
(Line):
Dimensions:
115 mm (W)k37 mm (H)k57 mm (D)
[4.53 q (W)k1.46 q (H)k2.24 q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
2 ch
HDMI connector audio output level:
Dolby Digital/Linear PCM
Approx. 210 g (Approx. 0.46 lbs.)
Headphone output:
3.5 mm stereo mini jack
Battery charger
Camera remote terminal:
Information for your safety
2.5 mm super mini jack k1 (ZOOM S/S)
3.5 mm mini jack k1 (FOCUS/IRIS)
XLR audio input terminals:
XLR (3 pin) k2 (INPUT1/INPUT2)
LINE; 0 dBu
Power source:
AC 100 V to 240 V,
50/60 Hz
Power
consumption:
DC output:
0.4 A
DC 8.4 V, 1.2 A
MIC; j50 dBu/j60 dBu (switch with the menu)
USB:
Reader function (No copyright protection
support),
Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0), USB terminal Type
Mini B
Dimensions:
70 mm (W)k44.5 mm (H)k116 mm (D)
[2.76 q (W)k1.75 q (H)k4.57 q (D)]
Mass (Weight):
Dimensions:
Approx. 160 g (Approx. 0.35 lbs.)
160 mm (W)k195 mm (H)k350 mm (D)
[6.30 q (W)k7.68 q (H)k13.8 q (D)]
(including projecting parts)
Mass (Weight):
Approx. 1500 g (Approx. 3.30 lbs.)
(optional)]
Mass (Weight) in operation:
Approx. 1780 g (Approx. 3.90 lbs.)
[with battery (supplied) and an SD card
(optional)]
Operating temperature:
0 oC to 40 oC (32 °F to 104 °F)
Operating humidity:
10%RH to 80%RH
Battery operation time:
See page 21
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∫ Carefully observe copyright
This product is licensed under the AVC patent
portfolio license for the personal and
laws
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i)
encode video in compliance with the AVC
Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC
Video that was encoded by a consumer
engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity and/or was obtained from a video
provider licensed to provide AVC Video. No
license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use. Additional information may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
IMPORTANT
“Unauthorized recording of copyrighted
television programs, video tapes and other
materials may infringe the right of
copyright owners and be contrary to
copyright laws.”
∫ Licenses
≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
≥ “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the
“AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony
≥ Separate license contracts must be obtained
from MPEG LA where SD Memory Cards
containing information recorded with this
product are to be distributed to end users for
commercial purposes. “End user” refers to
persons or organizations handling such
contents for personal use.
Corporation.
≥ Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
≥ Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows Vista®
are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
≥ Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
≥ Other names of systems and products
mentioned in these instructions are usually
the registered trademarks or trademarks of
the manufacturers who developed the system
or product concerned.
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